As of October 2008, T.I. has had nine Top 10 Billboard Hot 100 singles, with 3 of them reaching number 1 ("My Love" by Justin Timberlake on which T.I. was featured, "Whatever You Like," & "Live Your Life" featuring Rihanna).
The Love This Life Songfacts reports that Love This Life, the first official single from T.I.'s eighth album, Trouble Man, was released on April 2, 2012 via YouTube.
T.I. is from Bankhead, Atlanta, Georgia and was raised by his grandparents. T.I. explained the origin of his nickname Rubber Band Man, saying, "We used to wear rubber bands to signify how much money, how much blow we had." He was nicknamed "Tip" after his paternal great-grandfather. Upon signing with Arista Records subsidiary LaFace Records in 2001, he shortened his name to T.I. out of respect for label mate Q-Tip.
T.I. has been in a relationship with former Xscape member Tameka "Tiny" Cottle since 2001. Together, they have two sons: King and Major Harris. He has three other children with ex-girlfriend Lashon Dixon: Domani, Messiah and Deyjah. Overall, T.I. has five children.
T.I. was co-executive producer of B.G.'s upcoming album and making beats for artists like Mariah Carey, Cassidy, Rick Ross, Maino, B.o.B., Yung Joc, Young Dro, and himself. He also executive produced the soundtrack to the film Hustle & Flow and released the collection through his record label.
Follow Your Dreams
T.I. Lyrics
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Don't ever listen when they tell you you're gonna be a failure
Follow your dreams don't give up
Remember anything is possible, believe is all you gotta do
Please don't give up
Don't ever let them tell you what you can't do just because they ain't you
Believe in yourself that's enough
The sky is the limit if you want it all you gotta do is get it homie
This is a message to the youth
Remember you can do anything you pursue
Look at me, I'm living proof
It's a piece of me in you, it's not a lot that's different bout us
Nobody ever thought I'd live to see a million dollars
Remember I was hustlin just to fix up my Impala
And now you ought to see the rides I hop up outta
Convertible Mercedes, look at haters like holla
Reclining terra cotta, I don't owe you guys notta
All they get is second hand as I pass by
I'm that fly, so they go hatin I don't ask why
Hey nevermind, keep your head to the sky dog
Remember nothing beats a failure but a try dog
Don't listen to them when they say it can't happen
Let it go in this ear and right out that one
Just keep mashing on them, laughing
Soon you'll be passing all they broke asses
Better than you imagined
Follow your dreams don't give up
Don't ever listen when they tell you you're gonna be a failure
Follow your dreams don't give up
Remember anything is possible, believe is all you gotta do
Please don't give up
Don't ever let them tell you what you can't do just because they ain't you
Believe in yourself that's enough
The sky is the limit if you want it all you gotta do is get it homie
Same message on the second, continued from verse one
You let them trick you out of your dreams the worse done
The only purpose for some is to take your eyes off the prize
And to keep you from succeeding see they willing to die
Let's say one day you cross paths end up killing a guy
Never make it, go to the penn now you letting him win
Man now here he is with a big ass grin
Laughing at you from the grave cause you ain't get paid
The same ones that call you a sucka today
Laugh at you tomorrow when the feds take you away
Listen, once upon a time there was a guy name Jay
He will never make managing TI they say
He'd quit right then if they had they way
Instead he quit his job, hustled hard, night and day
Dropped an album on his artist although no one ever heard of him
Minus sales but the mixtapes murdered em
Got on a label, sent the hatas home inspired
Turned Grand Hustle into an empire
And poof, out the hood he blew
If not me Jay Jeter, that could be you
Remember
Follow your dreams don't give up
Don't ever listen when they tell you you're gonna be a failure
Follow your dreams don't give up
Remember anything is possible, believe is all you gotta do
Please don't give up
Don't ever let them tell you what you can't do just because they ain't you
Believe in yourself that's enough
The sky is the limit if you want it all you gotta do is get it homie
The lyrics to T.I.'s song Follow Your Dreams emphasize the importance of perseverance and determination in the pursuit of one's dreams. In the song, T.I. encourages the youth to ignore those who doubt them and believe in themselves. He shares his own story of starting from humble beginnings and working hard to achieve success, ultimately becoming a symbol of hope for others.
T.I. makes it clear that success is not easy and will require hard work and dedication. He warns against letting others distract or discourage you from your goals, even going so far as to suggest that some may deliberately try to hinder your progress. He also stresses the importance of taking risks and not being afraid of failure, as it is through these challenges that we grow and learn.
Overall, "Follow Your Dreams" is a powerful anthem that encourages listeners to chase their dreams, regardless of the obstacles they may face. It is a message of hope and encouragement that can inspire listeners to stay focused on their goals and overcome any challenges that come their way.
Line by Line Meaning
Follow your dreams don't give up
Don't let go of your dreams, keep pursuing them.
Don't ever listen when they tell you you're gonna be a failure
Ignore the people who doubt you and tell you that you will fail.
Remember anything is possible, believe is all you gotta do
Believe in yourself and the impossible can become possible.
Please don't give up
Don't lose hope or motivation.
Don't ever let them tell you what you can't do just because they ain't you
Do not let others limit your potential because they cannot see your capabilities.
Believe in yourself that's enough
Having self-confidence and trust in your abilities is sufficient.
The sky is the limit if you want it all you gotta do is get it homie
There are no boundaries or limits to what you can achieve if you pursue it relentlessly.
This is a message to the youth
This is a message addressed to the younger generation.
Remember you can do anything you pursue
Always remember that you have the capability to achieve anything you set your mind to.
Nobody ever thought I'd live to see a million dollars
Despite others not believing in him, he achieved a great deal of financial success.
Let it go in this ear and right out that one
Do not let negative comments or criticism affect you or your goals.
The only purpose for some is to take your eyes off the prize
Some people's only intention is to distract or discourage you from achieving your goals.
Laugh at you tomorrow when the feds take you away
Those who once mocked or insulted you may find amusement when you face unfortunate circumstances.
The sky is the limit if you want it all you gotta do is get it homie
There is no limit to what you can achieve if you work hard for it.
Contributed by Audrey O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ericmadison2147
Follow your dreams don't give up
@shatauria
Still bumpin this in 2023
@edwinp6733
I remember bumping this in my room loud as hell sophmore year of high school 2011 t.i.p this that shit
@jaylonharris2686
I believe
@edwindavinchee3364
Where can I be able to purchase & download this song?
@Hiprocksoulmachine
iTunes
@edwindavinchee3364
@@Hiprocksoulmachine It's no longer there. Simply because it was a pre-order track.
@BlakeAlexander12
@@edwindavinchee3364 yeah it’s really weird, I had it from back then on iTunes/Apple Music from buying it then, but now only that song is gone but it still shows & lists it but just won’t play & says not available